Sign up and join us live for a chance to win Shocker swag!
In order to be eligible for the Shocker Family Table Talks Prize Drawing, participants
must meet the following requirements:
Be a parent, guardian or other family member of a first-time, first-year student at
Wichita State University, who will be beginning at WSU in fall 2026 (including pre-session
courses)
Attend the session/s you've signed up for live on YouTube or Facebook
Prizes are limited to one per incoming student across all sessions this summer
Shocker Family Table Talk
Conversations designed to help you connect.
We invite you to join Shocker Family Table Talk- a live, virtual Q&A series designed
just for you! Connect with campus experts, get your questions answered, and gain helpful
tips to support your students’ transition to Wichita State University.
All sessions will be streamed live via Wichita State Student Affairs Facebook (@WSUStudentAffairs)
and YouTube.
Preparing for Your Shocker’s Transition to College Thursday, April 30 | 6 p.m. CST
College is a big step for students and families! Join us to learn what comes next
after admission, how New Student Orientation and Pre-Season Programs support student
success, and how your Shocker can get involved and feel connected at WSU from day
one.
Navigating the First Year at WSU
Thursday, May 28 | 6 PM CST
This session is designed for families to learn what to expect during New Student Orientation
and their students’ first year at Wichita State University. Learn about first-year
advising, student success, and key resources to help your Shocker start strong and
feel supported.
Your Shocker’s Health, Wellness & Accommodations Thursday, June 11 | 6 PM CST
This session will cover Counseling and Psychological Services, Student Health Services,
and how Student Accommodations work at the college level.
If your student had a 504 Plan or IEP in high school, this session will explain the
process for accessing academic accommodations at WSU.
Supporting Your Shocker: Parent Access, Textbooks & Finances Thursday, July 9 | 6 PM CST
Learn how billing, payments, and financial aid work, how parents can access student
records, and what to expect when buying textbooks through the Shocker Store.
Your Shocker’s Basic Needs: Housing, Dining & Campus Essentials Thursday, July 29 | 6 PM CST
This session will cover on-campus housing and dining services, helping families understand
what to expect and how students can feel comfortable and prepared on campus.
